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Street vendor severely injured after being hit by car while selling tamales in South LA
A street vendor remains hospitalized three weeks after he was hit by a car and severely injured while selling homemade tamales in South Los Angeles.
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Ohtani will not pitch against Diamondbacks, will miss 2026 All-Star Game due to knee irritation
Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani will not pitch Friday night against the Arizona Diamondbacks and will miss the 2026 All-Star Game because of continued irritation in his left knee....
Belgium to play Spain in final World Cup game at LA Stadium
Spain faces Belgium at Los Angeles Stadium in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals, with the winner moving on to face France in the semifinals.
Why hasn't LA released results of this year's homeless count?
Henry Wilkinson and Kristina Ross record a makeshift shelter during LAHSA's homeless count on Jan. 20, 2026.(Jordan Rynning / LAist)The Los Angeles region usually knows by the end of June whether homelessness went up or down. Not this year, as L.A.’s lead homelessness agency is f...
Even in the heart of L.A., they still rely on old-fashioned landlines and don't want to lose them
Living high up in the Hollywood Hills, Peter and Nanci Ellis think of their landline as a lifeline.
Nail salon owner charged with scheme that bilked fellow Vietnamese immigrants
The owner of a nail salon in the San Fernando Valley allegedly stole $1.4 million from a dozen people, taking advantage of connections in the local Vietnamese community to solicit investments that were never repaid....
Bacteria warnings issued as millions head to Los Angeles County beaches
Los Angeles County health officials are warning swimmers about elevated bacteria levels at several popular beaches as millions head to the coast to cool off....
Thousands of LA renters housed during pandemic no longer at risk of homelessness, officials say
A "for rent" sign hangs outside a Los Angeles apartment building. (David Wagner/LAist)Los Angeles housing officials say they’ve averted a crisis that could have put thousands of families at risk of homelessness by the start of 2027.During the COVID-19 pandemic, thousands of low-...
Lucas Museum to offer free admission to its South LA neighbors; grand opening set for September
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art announced that it will offer free admission to its South Los Angeles neighbors and host a community preview event.
Los Angeles LBGTQ+ clinic scrambling to find new doctor after sudden death of co-founder
A Los Angeles LGBTQ+ health clinic is scrambling to find a new doctor after its 36-year-old founder suddenly died in early July. Under the mission statement “queer founded, mission obsessed, Haven Health has been primarily caring for the LGBTQ+ community since Dr. Jack O’Brien...
Bacteria levels spike at several L.A. County beaches: See which ones to avoid
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has warned the public to avoid swimming, surfing and playing in the water in certain beaches in Los Angeles County due to elevated bacteria levels....
Best things to do this weekend in LA and SoCal: July 10-12
The Hollywood Bowl hosts music from the films of Wes Anderson this weekend. (Kevin Winter / Getty Images for CBS Radio Inc.)The U.S. may be knocked out, but that doesn’t mean the World Cup action in L.A. is slowing down one bit. Pick your new favorite to root for, then head to on...
World Cup matches in LA wrap up with Belgium-Spain quarterfinal
The eight-match World Cup schedule in Los Angeles concludes Friday with a high-stakes quarterfinal clash between one of the tournament favorites and a team that appears to be finding its form. Spain, the 2010 World Cup champions, faces Belgium, a squad with a mix of golden gen...
Where to find FIFA Fan Zones in LA to watch the World Cup quarterfinals
World Cup watch parties are coming to the Whittier Narrows and Venice Beach as the final eight teams square off in the world’s biggest soccer tournament. The FIFA Fan Zone community events feature live match broadcasts, fan activations, music, food and more. Each Zone will of...
Dodgers to visit White House following back-to-back World Series wins
The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to visit the White House later this month to celebrate their back-to-back championship victories, a White House spokesperson said. The MLB World Series champions will be welcomed by President Donald Trump on July 23. “President Trump is exc...
Woman's Club of Hollywood seeks public's help amid foreclosure threat
The historic Woman's Club of Hollywood is asking the public for help as it faces foreclosure and the potential loss of its longtime landmark property.
George J. Cotliar, managing editor of the Los Angeles Times for 19 years, dies at 94
George J. Cotliar, who served as managing editor of the Los Angeles Times for 19 years, died Monday at his home in Newport Beach. He was 94 years old.
Baby raccoons make unexpected visit to Dodger Stadium
Two baby raccoons briefly stole the spotlight from Shohei Ohtani before the Dodgers' game against the Colorado Rockies.
Public health officials confirm another measles case from LAX passenger traveling to LA County
People standing in line at the Tom Bradley International Terminal at LAX. (Yusra Farzan / LAist)Topline:L.A. County has confirmed another case of measles in a traveler passing through LAX and at least one other public place July 3, public health officials announced Wednesday. Th...
Seventh measles case in L.A. County this year identified as international traveler at LAX
An international traveler flying out of LAX has been identified as the seventh measles case in Los Angeles County this year, according to health officials....
Live-action 'Moana' sails into Hollywood Bowl with grand world premiere
"I will never forget this night." Dwayne Johnson was all smiles as the live-action "Moana" made a big splash at the Hollywood Bowl for the world premiere....
Animals seized in cruelty cases can be stuck in shelters for months. New bill aims to change that
A bill supported by L.A. County Dist. Atty. Nathan Hochman seeks to help place abused animals with a foster home or rescue group.
Beach warnings issued as heat sends residents to coast
With heat advisories remaining in effect across much of Los Angeles County and temperatures expected to climb into the triple digits in some inland areas, public health officials on Wednesday warned beachgoers to avoid entering the water at several county beaches because of eleva...
*EXTENDED* Heat Advisory – High Temperatures Forecast for Parts of Los Angeles County
July 8, 2026 Contact: media@ph.lacounty.gov (626) 430-5360 *EXTENDED* Heat Advisory – High Temperatures Forecast for Parts of Los Angeles County The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health urges residents to take precautions to avoid heat-related illness – such as heat...
Public Health Confirms Measles Case with Potential Community Exposures in LA County
July 8, 2026 Contact: media@ph.lacounty.gov (626) 430-5360 Public Health Confirms Measles Case with Potential Community Exposures in LA County Public Advised to Take Preventive Steps and Ensure Measles Protection The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating...
During World Cup, LA advocates have received uptick in calls for help with ICE
All eight of the Southern California matches will be at SoFi Stadium, or L.A. Stadium, as it will be called during the World Cup. (Gregory Bull / LAist)As Los Angeles revels in the World Cup, advocates who operate an ICE rapid-response hotline say they've seen an uptick in calls ...
LAPD weighs canceling academy classes to get more cops on streets for Olympics
LAPD officials have discussed a temporary pause on classes to free up hundreds of officers involved in training new recruits in time for the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2028, according to department sources....
3 charged with premeditated murder after body found in burned car at South LA tow yard
Los Angeles prosecutors have identified a body found in a burned car trunk last year as Soledad Lopez, filing premeditated murder charges against three suspects....
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony's Walk of Fame star to be unveiled at Hollywood Blvd. ceremony
A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame will be unveiled honoring the hip-hop group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony for a 35-year career.
Burbank Airport's new terminal now scheduled to open Oct. 13
The opening of a new, larger terminal at Hollywood Burbank Airport has been scheduled for Oct. 13, according to an updated project timeline.
Los Angeles' Women's Pro Baseball League team unveils nickname and logo
Introducing, the Los Angeles Queens. LA’s Women’s Professional Baseball League team was one of four franchises to unveil its nickname and logo Wednesday ahead of the WPBL’s inaugural season. Los Angeles’ team name, like those of all four teams, was inspired by a pioneering fi...
How to watch the Walk of Fame ceremony for hip-hop group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony
A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame will be unveiled Wednesday honoring the Grammy-winning hip-hop group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. The rap artists from Cleveland launched a 35-year career in the early 1990s that produced three chart-topping albums and a Grammy Award for best rap ...
Josh Allen in the Olympics? Bills QB reveals his ‘dream' for Los Angeles 2028
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has long had sporting aspirations that extend far beyond the football field. “Being a U.S. Olympic gold medalist is a dream that I’ve always had,” the former NFL MVP told NBC, “and I’ve never had the chance to accomplish it.” Allen playe...
Heat advisory to take effect for LA inland coastal area
A heat advisory will take effect Wednesday for the Los Angeles inland coastal area, while another advisory remained in effect for valley and mountain communities where temperatures were expected to reach as high as 105 degrees. The advisory for the Los Angeles inland coastal a...
D4vd case: Officials investigating alleged leaks by medical examiner employees
As the murder case of Celeste Rivas Hernandez moves closer to trial, the latest development is centered on the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office following reports that at least one employee leaked details to the media....
Shohei Ohtani hits his 300th career homer, a leadoff shot for Dodgers star against the Rockies
Shohei Ohtani hit his 300th career homer on Tuesday night, a leadoff shot against Colorado Rockies pitcher Michael Lorenzen. The Los Angeles Dodgers’ two-way superstar blasted a 409-foot line drive to center on a 2-0 pitch for his 20th homer of the season. Center fielder Cole ...
SoCal Heat Advisory: Triple-digit temperatures forecasted through Friday
A multi-day heat advisory has been issued for Los Angeles County, bringing triple-digit temperatures to valleys and mountain areas through Friday.
Street vendor attacked in downtown LA speaks out for first time
A street vendor who was violently attacked while working in downtown Los Angeles last month is speaking publicly for the first time, urging other vendors to report attacks and seek help from law enforcement....
Heat wave bakes Los Angeles. Here's when it will be hottest
A heat wave is set to bake Los Angeles County this week, with temperatures predicted to be 10 to 15 degrees above normal.
Singer D4vd due back in court in killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez
A status conference is scheduled Tuesday for singer D4vd, who is charged with murdering a 14-year-old girl whose dismembered body was found in the trunk of his Tesla at a Hollywood tow yard....
Dodgers to donate raffle proceeds to Venezuela Earthquake relief efforts
The Dodgers and the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation announced Tuesday that proceeds from a raffle at Wednesday’s game will benefit relief efforts for communities affected by the recent earthquakes in Venezuela. Net proceeds from the 50/50 raffle will be donated to the American ...
Security alarm trips up would-be intruders who disabled home security cameras
Thieves deactivated security cameras at a Woodland Hills home, but were foiled when the residence’s security alarm remained active in an early morning attempted break-in. The LAPD responded at about 4 a.m. to the 5600 Block of Collins Avenue in the west San Fernando Valley com...
As youth soccer grows in Los Angeles, some kids struggle for opportunities to play
Millions of kids in the U.S. have many more places to play soccer compared to a decade ago, but the sport’s popularity masks a divide that can leave children from lower income neighborhoods shut out. Although more than 1,000 new soccer fields have been created in the Greater ...
L.A. County rescue teams deployed to Venezuela leaned on support team at home. "We're all working together"
LA county rescue teams deployed to Venezuela leaned on support team at home. The three-member team works out of a Pacoima warehouse.
IOC ending neutral status vetting for Russian athletes ahead of 2028 LA Olympics
The IOC advised Olympic sports bodies on Tuesday to end a three-year program vetting Russians for neutral status ahead of qualifying events for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The move was expected since the International Olympic Committee advised two months ago that athletes f...
$85K reward offered in unsolved 2016 killing of 4-year-old Altadena boy
Ten years after a 4-year-old Altadena boy was fatally struck by a stray bullet, L.A. County authorities are renewing their call for information in the case....
Anti-Labor Trafficking and Wage Theft Legislation Sponsored by Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office Signed Into Law
July 6, 2026 Media Relations Division 213-257-2000 media@da.lacounty.gov Anti-Labor Trafficking and Wage Theft Legislation Sponsored by Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office Signed Into Law The law ensures labor traffickers and employers who commit wage theft can be pro...
Downtown L.A. fixture PwC will move to Century City
In another blow to the struggling downtown office rental market, longtime stalwart corporate tenant PricewaterhouseCoopers has agreed to move its Los Angeles offices to Century City....
Glendale opens applications for rental assistance
An apartment building on Justin Avenue in Glendale.(Al Seib / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)Topline:Glendale residents dealing with a job loss, major medical expenses or similar financial difficulties may be able to receive temporary support.Why it matters: The goal of the n...
'Enough!': Hot dog vendor speaks out against violence after attack in downtown L.A.
Arabelia Martinez, 62, called for an end to violence against street vendors while flanked by city officials in downtown Los Angeles on Monday morning.
*UPDATED AND EXTENDED* Heat Advisory – High Temperatures Forecast for Parts of Los Angeles County
July 6, 2026 Contact: media@ph.lacounty.gov (626) 430-5360 *UPDATED AND EXTENDED* Heat Advisory – High Temperatures Forecast for Parts of Los Angeles County The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health urges residents to take precautions to avoid heat-related illness – ...